This easy banana bread is our favorite recipe with a sweet, moist, buttery crumb and the best fresh banana flavor. It’s so yummy and the perfect way to use up ripe bananas!
More ways we love to use bananas include making banana bread muffins, mini banana muffins and cake mix banana bread!
Easy Banana Bread
Banana bread is one of my favorite quick breads to make. My chocolate chip banana bread is probably the best on the planet (more like dessert), but I decided it was time to post my favorite classic recipe.It uses a little less sugar, a little less sour cream and overripe bananas to really make the banana flavor come through. Just like my whole wheat bread recipe it is a family favorite, makes two loaves and comes out perfect every time!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Easy to make: All you need is one bowl to make this no-fail, straightforward recipe!
Simple ingredients: You probably have everything on hand right now to make this quick bread.
Moist and flavorful: With 2 cups of ripe bananas, this is the best banana bread recipe with a tender crumb that is mouthwatering.
Stores well: It makes two loaves, enjoy one now for breakfast or snack and freeze the other for later.
Ingredients
Find the full printable recipe with specific measurements below.
Salted butter: Softened butter adds buttery taste and a soft crumb.
Granulated sugar:
Large eggs: 2 large eggs add binding and stability to the bread.
Sour cream: This adds moisture without thinning your batter. You can use plain Greek yogurt or even mayo if in a pinch.
Vanilla extract: Adds a sweet taste that compliments the
All-purpose flour: Adds structure. You might be able to use white whole wheat flour, although it may affect the texture.
Baking soda: A leaveners that provides lift and rise.
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